Business
Luxon condemns 'trade war', Willis warns of tough times
The PM has made his strongest statements yet about US tariffs, while the Finance Minister says we are watching a "historically significant global event".
Du Val owners ordered to meet receivers, answer questions under oath
The receivers want to understand which of the assets are theirs and which belong to Du Val entities, but the owners have been refusing to talk.
Business commentator Rebecca Stevenson
The markets are a sea of red after the US lays out an extensive tariff regime for the rest of the world. Audio
Businesses more optimistic despite challenges
Business sentiment improved in the three months ended March despite having weaker sales, shedding staff and increased inflation pressures.
Early Business News for 8 April 2025
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
First-home buyers struggle with KiwiSaver falls
Experts weigh in on what to do if you're affected as share markets fall.
Home buyers playing it safe in ongoing soft market
Residential property values have changed little over the first quarter of the year.
How New Zealand can pivot under Trump's tariffs
New Zealand had its worst day in the share market since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic today, while other countries had even greater falls with billions of dollars lost in a matter of hours. Audio
Evening business for 7 April 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
NZX drops more than 3% in worst session since pandemic
Companies exporting to the US or with significant US assets or income at risk from a slowdown such as tourism are the hardest hit.
Information Centre Cold Call
Every week Jesse literally cold calls a different information centre somewhere in Aotearoa. Audio
Trump can end market downturn whenever he wants, commentators say
Though international markets continue to plummet, Trump could stop the slide whenever he wants, commentators say.
Nearly all 185 Woolworths stores close over price tag glitch
The supermarket chain said there was a technical problem with its electronic shelf labels.
Calls for burial laws to be reviewed
The funeral sector is calling on the government to review burial laws it says are outdated. Cemeteries and Cematoria Collective acting chair Daniel Chrisp spoke to Corin Dann. Audio